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Spring in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

victor March 20, 2022 March 20, 2022Reminiscences 0

Today ushers in the first day of spring, the most welcome season of the year. For the past few days, it’s been warm in Brimley, Michigan—my little corner of the U.P. Yesterday I washed my hoodie and hung it in a closet. That means I’m down to only three layers…

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A Shamrock, a Shillelagh, and a Stout

victor March 13, 2022 March 13, 2022Reminiscences St. Patrick's Day 0

Early morning beer delivery in Dublin Every St. Patrick’s Day, Dad drilled into us kids the importance of wearing something green and proudly pinning a shamrock to our clothing. March 17 was the only day of the year orange was an absolutely forbidden color for it was a reminder of…

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A Scary Season in Brimley, Michigan

victor March 6, 2022 March 6, 2022Reminiscences 2

When I was a kid, the Lenten season was a scary, somber time. Fear started on opening day when the priest ground ashes into my forehead, made the sign of the cross, and told me to remember that I was dust and unto dust I would return. Mom probably walked…

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March Winds Blow off Lake Superior

victor February 27, 2022 February 27, 2022Reminiscences Lake Superior, Sault Ste. Marie 0

By Sharon Kennedy Dad’s Truck (March 2022) March winds are almost here. Soon they’ll blow off Lake Superior as strong and secretive forces, entities unto themselves that remind us winter does not want to let go. Today I felt their cold fingers encircle me. I watched as they lifted loose…

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The Words of a Sailor

victor February 20, 2022 February 20, 2022Shipping Wilfred Sykes 1

“A weathered hardhat, a pair of line-worn gloves, paint speckled boots, and a discharge. That’s a wrap for the season. It was a privilege to work alongside some of the best professionals on the lakes this season aboard the M/V Joe Block and  SS Wilfred Sykes. Time for some time…

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Valentine’s Day in the Upper Peninsula

victor February 13, 2022 February 13, 2022Reminiscences 1

  by Sharon M. Kennedy The greatest event in February is the day all females look forward to as eagerly as Cupid. Women of all ages anticipate Valentine’s Day for the wonderful surprises it will bring. It’s the perfect day for fellows to “pop the question” and end their carefree…

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Enduring an Endless Brimley Winter

victor February 6, 2022 February 6, 2022Reminiscences 0

by Sharon Kennedy A snow packing roller like dad used (pic. from my Ireland trip)As January winds blow into February, we continue to hunker down and hold on. Those of us who call Michigan’s Upper Peninsula home know we’re facing eight or more weeks of snow, icy winds, and freezing…

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Time Flies in Chippewa County

victor January 30, 2022 January 30, 2022Reminiscences Brimley, Chippewa County 0

By Sharon Kennedy My old wristwatches and clocks (above) Everybody wants to know where the time goes. Most of us have no idea what happened to January, but we all know that after Valentine’s Day February will go just as fast. Once the fuss of St. Patrick’s Day is over,…

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Real Women Wear Plaid

victor January 23, 2022 January 23, 2022Reminiscences 1

Sharon in Plaid (center) with siblings A plaid shirt is as much a part of my wardrobe today as it was when I was a kid. Some of you might remember the plaid shirts that matched the plaid lining in our overalls. Such garments were staples for kids in the…

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Lick the Metal Pole at Your Own Risk

victor January 16, 2022 January 16, 2022Reminiscences 0

by Sharon M. Kennedy Sharon is no longer afraid of Herefords! s I grew up on a farm in the eastern end of the Upper Peninsula where winters are long and cold. As a youngster, I loved the first few snowfalls, especially if the snow was packy. It was great…

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